New oil filter???

I am interested in the new S40T and read that this model Volvo and some
others are using a cartridge type drop-in oil filter?? Seems a step back to
1950 autos. Is there any or could there be any advantage for the owner?? I
suppose that it will be a messy replacement deal and the filters will be a
high cost exclusive Volvo part. Anyone know any thing about this and the
associated filter cost. Ed Hayes

 

Hi Ed: I was surprised when I found this out as well, but here's a
procedure I wrote up to explain the differences and shed some light on why
the change was made.

http://cvolvo.com/Central/Repair/B5254T.html
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Greetings, some of us drive volvos and ride motorbikes (go figure) but all
my bikes have always been cartridge type oil filters. As long as you drain
the oil first, it shouldn't be any more messy. I don't know how many times
I've spilt oil out of the filter on the 240 and 940 while manipulativing the
old filter away. A bit of rag in place and it shouldn't be too bad.

Jeff

 

Actually, Volvo have delivered themselves of a reason for the use of the
"old" type of oil filter innards. It all relates to their seriousness
about being "green," the idea being to not put metal into landfills any
more than is absolutely necessary. Canniter units are a lot more
intrusive than are cartridges, if somewhat less than equally convenient.

bob noble
Reno, NV, USA

 

Easier to inspect the filter media for defects before installing in
the car?